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Welcome to the Calgary Buddhist Temple Website!

Statue of Amida Buddha

Shinran ShoninWe are a Mahayana Buddhist Temple who are followers of the Jodo Shinshu "Shin" sect of Pure Land Buddhism.

Visitors are welcome  (Services are conducted in English)

Regular weekly services:
     Sunday Morning:  10:30 am to Noon 

     Thursday Evening:  7:30 to 8:30 pm


Meditate with the Sangha

Every Sunday morning, from 9:30 to 10:00 am, join in a short meditation period as an opportunity to take a few moments to calm the mind and reflect on one's own personal journey in a quiet environment. Basic guidance will be offered for those with no previous experience.

Please refer to our Calendar for additional activities

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Join the email distribution list. Email and be keep up-to-date on the latest Temple activities and receive the Sangha - our Temple Newsletter for free!
Reminder Introduction to Buddhism will be held on Sunday, May 20 at 1:00pm

Links to past Sangha Newsletters

Temple Newsletter

May & June 2012

Don't Forget Become or renew your Membership with the Calgary Buddhist Temple
Congratulations to Bob Gubenco who completed the two-year Jodo Shinshu Correspondence Course
Keirokai is when we honor our Seniors for their dedication to the Temple. Please join us on Sunday, May 27 to show our appreciation.

H.O.T. Date (Hanging Out Together) on Sunday, June 3 after service in preparation for the 2015 World Buddhist Women’s Convention. Potluck lunch and everyone is welcome!

For everyday shopping or for gift giving... Help raise money for the 2015 World Convention by purchasing shop & support cards. Next pickup day is Sunday, May 27

It's Official! Calgary to host the 2015 World Buddhist Women's Convention

Merchandise available for purchase at the Temple! 

More News...

 

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Calgary Buddhist Temple - pictures courtesy of B. GubencoAddress for the Calgary Buddhist Temple:

    207-6th Street N.E.
     Calgary, Alberta   CANADA
     T2E 3Y1        Telephone: 1-403-263-5723

 

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The Calgary Buddhist Temple

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Vision - To set in motion a way of living, learning and teaching a life of joy and gratitude through Jodo Shinshu Buddhism

 

Mission - To develop knowledge, understanding and awareness of Shin Buddhism by:

  •  Offering regular Temple services, Dharma school and study groups

  •  Celebrating Buddhist ceremonies and established traditions

  •  Sharing a dynamic resource centre for Buddhist study for all ages

  •  Skillfully applying Buddhist teachings within the Sangha and community at large.

Key Values Compassion, Gratitude, Transformation, Wisdom & Community.

 

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Jodo Shinshu

Branch of Pure Land Buddhism founded by Shinran Shonin.  Also know as Shin Buddhism.

 

Shotsuki-Hoyo / Shotsuki

Monthly memorial service in memory of people whose anniversary of death occurs during that month. Sho means "joyous," Tsuki means "month," and Hoyo means "Dharma essence."

 

Gotanye

Celebrated to commemorate the birth of the founder of Jodo Shinshu - Shinran Shonin on May 21, 1173.  Various joyful services and events take place at the mother temple. In the family home, Gotanye may be observed by chanting Shoshinge. 

 

Observed by the Calgary Buddhist Temple on May 27/12.

 

More Terminology...

 

Did you know?

That the continued operation of the Temple is only possible with your generous donation?

Important Upcoming Dates...

Temple Board Meeting on  Wednesday, May 15 @ 7pm

Thursday, May 16 - Service

Sunday, May 20 - Meditation, Service

Sunday, May 20 - Introduction to Buddhism at 1:00pm

Thursday, May 24 - Service

Sunday, May 27 - Meditation, Gotanye Servie, Keirokai recognition & Dharma Time

Thursday, May 31 - Service

Sunday, June 3 - Meditation, Shotsuki Service to honor those who passed away in the month of June

Thursday, June 7 - Movie Night at the Temple

Sunday, June 10 - Meditation, Service

Temple Board Meeting on  Tuesday, June 12 @ 7pm

Thursday, June 14 - Service

Calendar for more Temple services and activities

Recent Updates to This Site...

 

Bishop (Socho) Grant Ikuta

New Year's Greeting

from Bishop (Socho) Grant Ikuta

"The Awakening of Faith"

 

 

 

   Last Updated May 14, 2012

  

 

Calgary Buddhist Temple

E-mail: info@calgary-buddhist.ab.ca